ORCiD (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) provides a persistent digital identifier (an ORCID iD) that you own and control, and that distinguishes you from every other researcher.
1. Register
Get your unique ORCiD identifier. It’s free and only takes a minute.
2. Use your ORCiD
Use your iD on grant applications and manuscript submissions to ensure you get credit for your contributions.
3. Share your ORCiD
The more information connected to your ORCID record, the more you’ll benefit from sharing your iD - so give the organizations you trust permission to update your record as well as adding your affiliations, emails, other names you’re known by, and more.